Capítulo 276: Chapter 37

As Kuahel tugged his chestnut warhorse's head to the side, it emitted an angry snort. Maxi watched the Temple Knight firmly rein in his testy mount and nudge it in a slow walk over to them.

"The horses are tired. We will take a brief reprieve."

As soon as the words were out of his mouth, the mages slid off their mounts. Maxi gladly leaped down from Rem as well. They had spent more time on horseback than the ground over the last few weeks. She had grown quite skilled at riding, though it did not mean she was any less sore after hours of balancing on a galloping creature.

She massaged her throbbing thighs, then untied her bag and saddle from Rem's back. Ulyseon hurried over to attend to her, heaving a disgruntled sigh as he got close.

"You are making it very difficult for me to do my duties as your personal guard, my lady."

"I'm sure maintaining vigilance at all times is hard enough. Let me take care of the menial tasks on my own."